News Black Bear Aburakawa Elementary School, Aomori Nov 5, 2025, 06:30 AM

Description

Shortly before 06:30 on November 5, 2025, a security camera at a commercial facility in Aburakawa, Aomori City, recorded one bear running away. More than eight sightings were reported in the city's western area between November 4 and 7, and Aburakawa Elementary School shifted some grades to remote classes or home study to strengthen safety measures.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

Bears have been repeatedly sighted in the Aburakawa residential area in western Aomori City. In the early morning of the 5th a security camera captured a roughly 1-meter bear, prompting heightened vigilance from residents and businesses; Aburakawa Elementary School moved some grades to remote learning or home study. Authorities are stepping up traps and patrols.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 06:30 AM

Address

Coordinates

40.850509, 140.692118

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